Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Athens Messenger in Athens, Ohio

We have 16,378,606 pages in Ohio

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 16 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1950

Page

4

What is a special federal grand jury

James Marlow explains the purpose and powers of special federal grand juries in New York. He outlines their 18 month limits, past indictments including top Communist leaders and spies, and how grand juries decide to indict or release suspects under U.S. constitutional rules.

the Nation Today James Marlow Washington New York Communist Party Alger Hiss State Department Judith Coplon Valentin Gubitchevv William Remington Amerasia United States U.S Betty Hutton Christmas Island Atlantic Indian Pacific Arctic

Pie Plot Fuels Double Murder Mystery in Gloria Brown Story

Gloria Brown becomes entangled in two murders as her husband Miltiades is jailed. She trades a baked pie for information while police and federal agents probe a stolen emerald necklace and a dope angle. Gloria faces public danger and personal despair as headlines loom.

Gloria Brown Mrs. Benoni Gloria Sal Jack Hansen Benonis Sammy Reuben Fifth Avenue Handsome Miltiades Alexander Grant Alicia Strong Boston G.L Miltiades Brown John Nemo Brown Pretty Sal Strong Strong Jones’ Beach Brown Leavenworth Alcatraz Emmy

MacArthur’s stern stance against Japanese Communists

The article portrays General Douglas MacArthur as tough on Communists in occupied Japan. After Memorial Day violence against U.S. troops, he held military trials for eight Communists, expelled 24 from public office, and purged 17 Red Flag editors. It argues his methods deter Red tactics and defend democracy.

Douglas MacArthur MacArthur Japan Communist Central Committee Red Flag Far East

What Wears on America A Letter on Pessimism and Government

The piece laments widespread gloom and defeatism in America attributing it to a powerful central government eroding rights and independence. It argues that repeated world leadership blunders and a shift from dynamic to passive patriotism have undermined faith in government action both internationally and domestically.

America

Old timers worry on youth music and moral lessons

A columnist laments modern radio and records selling lightweight tunes. They recall how past children sang wholesome tunes, noting today’s songs promote repetitive heartache themes. The writer urges better music for youth to shape lasting values.

Junior Sister McGuffey

Who's Kidding Us Now

A week of mixed war warnings and budget talks shows conflicting views from self described administration supporters. The piece asserts the public discourse on war and mobilization is contradictory and uncertain as it questions who guides the nation’s foreign policy.

Western Europe World Affaire

Advice for a New York Bridegroom From Boyle Column

The piece offers etiquette and marriage tips for a June groom, urging a sharp pose with tradition. It suggests surprising behavior, then masteringdomestic life, and to win a wife through affection and control while avoiding her mother and loud friends.

New York Bolt

Air Defense Lapses Risk Future Security

The speaker laments loss of control to the Soviet Union and poor intelligence on Soviet war potential. He urges stronger air defense mobilization and youth engagement in aviation to avoid future regret. The tone stresses urgency, preparation, and national resolve amid Cold War anxieties.

Soviet Union

Funeral honors for Izzy Foster noted by Athens friend in Washington

The Public Forum notes Izzy M. Foster was honored with a distinguished funeral in Washington. Attendees included Court of Claims members, congressmen, federal judges, and prominent Washington figures. The writer recalls decades of friendship dating to 1901 and praises Foster’s impact and the fitting ceremony.

the Messenger Washington, D. C Israel Izzy M. Foster Athens Scotland Foster Charles H. Bryson Judge Sayre Belvedere Hotel Baltimore Washington Ohio University

Kensler Grady Marriage License Issued in Point Pleasant

A marriage license was issued Monday to Jessie Edward Kensler 21 of Apple Grove and Opal Marie Grady 21 of Elmwood in Point Pleasant.

Point Pleasant Jessie Edward Kensler Apple Grove Opal Marie Grady Elmwood

Television Listings for WLW Channel 3 to WBNS Channel 10

TV schedule fragments list evening programs including Kukla Fran and Ollie Joe Hill News Caravan Fireside Theater Dorothy Humphreys Amateur Hour and a feature film with late night News and music shows across WLW Channel 3 WTVN Chan 6.NOTI Chan and WBNS Channel 10 air Captain Video Poetry and various local news and music programs across dayparts.

Wlw-C Kukla Fran Ollie Joe Hill News Caravan Fireside Theater Dorothy Humphreys General Store WTVN Channel

Evening TV Schedule Highlights for WBNS and WSAZ

TV listings show WBNS and WSAZ programs with time slots from 7:00 to 3:30. Notable programs include Ed Wynn at 8:00, Wresting and suspense hours, Winslow of Navy, Kukla Fran Ollie, and Amateur Hour on WSAZ. Weatherbird and Teletips appear near late slots, with test patterns to close the day.

Wbns-Tv Ed Wynn Winslow of Navy Nitecappers Kukla Fran Ollie

Quiz Hall By Wilton E Hall Answers

Ten question multiple choice trivia with categories for men women and teens. Points awarded per correct answer and a final scoring guide ranging from Genius to Fair.

Wilton E. Hall

Sewing group starts on project with dress first

The Shawnee 4 H Club sewing division met at the Bath Building on Main Street led by Mrs Avanelle Slat zer. Hostesses were Mrs Florence Johnston and Mrs Evelyn Breckinnridge as members received work books and planned a dress as their initial project.

Bath Main St Avanelle Slatzer Florence Johnston Evelyn Breckinnridge Weldon Brigner Michael John Jones Hebron Mary Jane Jones George Mason Vestaburg Daniel Bartow Columbus William Bartow Billy Bob Bowen Robert Opperman, Jr Lancaster Isabelle Sauvage Abbie Packer D. F. Anglish Cleveland Howard Anguish Frank Anguish Pete McCall Corning Robert Opperman Bobby Edward Hopkins Margaret W. Howdyshell Maxville Joe Callahan Zanesville Marvin Ricker Canal Winchester Gertrude Roberts Edna Margaret Hopkins

Buck Run Buck Run social notes echo Logan visits

Charlie Richard son called on Mrs Minnie Singleton Marvin Bailey was in Logan on business Mr and Mrs Dave Woltz were in Logan Mr and Mrs Lawrence Ellinger of Logan dined with Mr and Mrs Charlie Meyer Route 374 Mrs Waveline Ellinger Mrs Emma Meyer and daughter Shirley called on Mrs Woltz Raymond Poling called on Stacy Carpenter Mr and Mrs J E Woltz Mr and Mrs Gilbert Woltz and daughter Susan K of Logan called on Aga Ualtia

Buck Run Charlie Richardson Minnie Singleton Marvin Bailey Logan Dave Woltz Lawrence Ellinger Charlie Meyer Waveline Ellinger Emma Meyer Shirley Woltz Raymond Poling Stacy Carpenter J. E. Woltz Gilbert Woltz Susan K Aga. Ualt

Radio Schedule Highlights Across Ohio and Nearby States

A detailed listing of NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCOL Columbus CBS WBNS Columbus and other stations with channel numbers and daily time blocks. It covers noon to 1 pm weekday programming and evening schedules featuring dramas, news, quiz shows, musical programs, and children’s segments across multiple networks and affiliates.

NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCOL Columbus WSAZ Huntington CBS WBNS WCHS Charleston WPAR Parkersburg MBS WHKC WMOA Marietta WCLIL

Also Mentioned on This Page

NEA Boyle Hal Boyle the Public Forum Stanley Crooks Noti Chan Mrs. Eel Cartoon Theater Carnival of Music Roger Nelson Douglas Edwards Wsaz-Tv By Galbraith Alaska Hawaii Damon Frank Phyhias John David New Orlean Denver Pittsburgh Akron Truman Ford Coolidge Baruch Paul Ephesus Dick Turner Wls Yule Shirley Meyer Pat Ellinger Effie Woltz Cbs Network Abc-West Mbs-East Mbs-West Abe One Man's Family Abe Beulah Cba Nbe Jack Smith Cbe Counter Monte Cristo Cbs Gentlemen of Press Luigi Dis John Steele Cbs News Big Ae Abe Zenany Time For Defense Abe Philp Marlowe Abeo Robert Nathan News News & Variety Red Foley Arthur Godfrey Abe Bob Poole Abec Hollywood Lifetime Abe Queen Hannibal Cobb
Search Courier

Search the Athens Messenger Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Athens Messenger?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication